Annual FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets)
Every company with FDI/ODI must submit FLA return to RBI by July 15 annually. Annual FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets) takes 3 steps over about 28 days.
Last updated: 10 August 2026
What is the timeline for Annual FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets)?
3 steps over about 28 days. Each deadline below runs from the step before it.
| # | Step | Form filed | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Compile FLA Data | None | within 14 days |
| 2 | Prepare FLA Return | None | within 7 days |
| 3 | Submit FLA Return to RBI | None | within 7 days |
What are the steps, in order?
The 3 steps below run in order; the day counts show how long each one allows.
Compile FLA Data
Compile data on all foreign liabilities (FDI received) and foreign assets (ODI made).
Prepare FLA Return
Prepare the FLA return in prescribed format.
Submit FLA Return to RBI
Submit FLA return to RBI by July 15 each year.
Every guide runs like this in OnCompliance: steps in order, dates in view, paperwork made for you at each step.
Common questions
How long does Annual FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets) take?
About 28 days across 3 steps. The first step is: Compile FLA Data.
Can OnCompliance run Annual FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets) for me?
Yes. OnCompliance runs the same steps in order, dates in view, with the paperwork made for you at each step.